Can I make these steak bites without an air fryer?

Yep! Get a large skillet (cast iron if possible) with lots of surface area really hot before adding a little oil and the steak bites. Cook for 2-3 minutes before stirring to finish cooking, about 4-5 minutes total. A meat thermometer would come in clutch here.

Do I have to make the garlic sauce?

Absolutely not! Feel free to omit this ingredient and instead, simply dip these air fryer carnivore steak bites in some Easy Homemade Keto Carnivore Bacon Mayo or some High Protein Mayo made with Yogurt

How do I make these more PSMF friendly

To make these more into a protein sparing modified fasting air fryer recipe, you can omit the fat and make sure to use a lean cut of steak.

What other types of beef can I use?

Top sirloin filet has 5g fat per 4 oz raw. You can also use round steak (7g fat per 4 oz raw), flank steak (9g fat per 4 oz raw), or skirt steak (14g fat per 4 oz raw). Note: Thinner cuts will cook faster.

How do I keep these air fryer carnivore steak bites nice and juicy?

When meat is cooked, its juices move towards the outside. So, if you’re tempted to dig in immediately (who wouldn’t be?), your meat will end up dry and tough. IT DOESN’T HAVE TO BE THIS WAY. Simply give it some time to rest (literally) and let those juices redistribute.

What are common steak temperatures?

You can add or subtract air frying time depending on how you like your steak bites. Don't forget that the steak temperature will rise by 5-10 degrees after being cooked. Medium rare (pink)- 130-135 degrees Medium (some pink)- 145-145 degrees Well (tiny bit of pink)- 145-155 degrees Well done (99% brown)- 155-165 degrees

What type of cooking spray should I use in my air fryer

Use Avocado Oil Spray not regular cooking spray. Avocado oil spray has a higher smoke point so it doesn’t create that weird residue which is really hard to clean.

How do I ensure even roasting in my air fryer?

Don’t over crowd the basket. This is one of the most important rules when using an air fryer. When you overfill the air fryer basket it makes it hard for the air to circulate which results in soggy or unevenly cooked food.

Air Fryer Carnivore Steak Bites - PSMF and Zero Carb Recipe

Ingredients

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For the Steak Bites

16 oz Top Sirloin Filet*, cut into bite-size pieces of about 1 inch
1/2 tbsp bacon fat (or tallow/butter)
1/2 tbsp Tbsp (6g) Brown Sugar substitute (optional - omit for carnivore diet)
1 tsp Kosher Salt
1 tsp Black Pepper
1 tsp Chili Powder
1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp Onion Powder

For the Garlic Suce - Optional

1 tbsp bacon fat (or tallow/butter)
1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
1/4 Red Pepper Flakes
1/4 tsp Parsley Flakes

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Instructions

Toss the steak pieces with the tallow. Mix the dry spices together and coat the steak in the seasoning. Set aside
Preheat an air fryer for 5 minutes at 400ºF. Once heated, add the steak to the basket and air fry for 4 minutes and then shake the basket. Return and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or to your desired doneness.
While the steak cooks, melt the bacon fat (or tallow/butter) and mix in the garlic powder, red pepper, and parsley. Toss the finished steak in the sauce before serving.
Optional - Top with blue cheese crumbles for an indulgent treat!

Notes

If you omit the bacon fat (or tallow/butter) for a PSMF recipe, the nutritional content will be the follow: 192 calories, 5.4 grams of fat and 35 grams of protein

Author: Cat
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Category: Main Meals
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: Carnivore, Keto, Low Carb, PSMF
Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 oz
Calories: 249
Sugar: 0
Fat: 12
Carbohydrates: 0
Fiber: 0
Protein: 35